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Technician Class Amateur Radio Operator

0711. Technician Class Amateur Radio Operator. presented by the Hampton Public Service Team Hampton, Virginia. Introduction to the Course.

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Technician Class Amateur Radio Operator

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  1. 0711 Technician Class Amateur Radio Operator presented by the Hampton Public Service Team Hampton, Virginia

  2. Introduction to the Course The purpose of this presentation is to acquaint you with the material necessary to obtain your, entry-level, Technician Class U.S. Amateur Radio license.

  3. Hampton Public Service Team Southern Peninsula Amateur Radio Klub (SPARK) Local Amateur Radio Community Instructors Chris Hosman – KC4F Robert Uiterwyk – W3AF Ed Shuman – WD0FYV Don Mertz – KJ4MZ Stu Flechner – N4STU Frank Simmons – KK7FSJ Addison Inge – AA4AV Sponsors and Instructors Introduction This presentation has been assembled using material from several sources and is the property of the Hampton Public Service Team. The material is intended for the sole purpose of training Amateur Radio Operators. HPST Technician Course

  4. Days & Hours Saturday (9:00 am – 1:00 pm) Exam on Last Saturday Sign-in Breaks (typically two each day) Facilities What to bring to class Calculator Notepad Ham Radio License Manual Pen or pencil Missing Class Additional Help Administration HPST Technician Course

  5. Student Introductions • Your Name • A little about yourself • Why are you taking this course • What do you already know about ham radio • What is your experience with other radio communications • What are your expectations in this class HPST Technician Course

  6. Class Norms • Class will start on time • Students are expected to complete reading assignments • Students are expected to complete research assignments • Students are expected to study about 30 minutes/day • Ham radio isn’t a spectator sport – participate in the class HPST Technician Course

  7. Course Philosophy • Introduce the concepts of electricity and radio communications • Do your own memory work • 20 - 30 hours of study will be required • Use of practice exam software and/or web sites are highly recommended HPST Technician Course

  8. Materials • Must have – the Technician class study guide: The ARRLHam Radio License Manual (HRLM) • Available from the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) or see your Instructor • Also highly recommended - The ARRL FCC Rule Book (out of print) • The ARRLs FCC Rules and Regulations book has replaced the above, but undetermined quality • Hilton Sport and Hobby Shop HPST Technician Course

  9. Get Your License • Study the material in the HRLM • Review the questions in the back of the book • Use these PPT’s at www.w3af.net/technician_class • Take interactive practice exams (AA9PW, QRZ, etc.) • Pass a 35 question multiple choice exam HPST Technician Course

  10. Elmers • An “Elmer” is an experienced amateur radio operator who helps you get started in amateur radio, study for your license exams or upgrades, or offers any similar encouragement. • If you don’t have an “Elmer” to mentor you, ask for one. HPST Technician Course

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